Reply #39: Don't panic

[theredpen]

I've been there recently. It's manageable. You have to change your diet and start exercising regularly (I do at least 30 minutes every day). Also, there are some medications that can help. I've also been taking Chinese herbs. There's a mixture called Xiokewan that has been helping in combination with my western meds.

Get a glucometer. They're not the expensive, but the test strips are. If you can afford it, it's helpful to see your progress and to discover things that help. You're glucose might be 180... and then after some aerobic exercise, it's down to 145... that help you keep up the effort.

Good luck. PM with any questions if you want.